2134 Asbury Avenue, Evanston, Illinois 60201


$1,700,000

For Sale
Status: New
Sqft: 2,800
Cost/Sqft: $607
Beds: 6
Baths: 4
Year Built: 1890
Property Taxes: $15,765
Lot Size: 0,00

Description

Own a piece of Evanston History Now this beautifully fully restored single-family vintage farm house with 9 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and a separate two-story coach house, all situated on a double lot at the corner of Asbury and Leonard across from Ingram Park. The owner has thoughtfully restored the property, creating a spacious and versatile home with plenty of room for comfortable living, multigenerational use, or rental opportunities. The main home features an open-concept main floor with two bedrooms and a full bathroom. The second floor offers four additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms, while the basement includes three bedrooms a full bathroom, laundry, a large open kitchenette living area along with separate entrances front and rear of the home. The main home offers two separate laundry areas for convenience and functionality; for a large household or potential rental use with a live-in separate living area. The separate two-story coach house features one bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, and a separate laundry area. The second floor offers a generous living area with a balcony. This space offers excellent flexibility as a private space for extended family, guests, a home office, or a separate rental opportunity with potential for additional income. The 1859 horse stable barn was one of Evanstons first structures. Rumor has it 2134 Asbury was once a dairy farm, and delivered milk to the surrounding area. The original property had a barn once used for one of the first Express companies in early Evanston history. During prohibition, the owners had a still in the barn and delivered alcohol with the milk via horse drawn taxi services. This structure has been restored with unique features and workmanship, keeping period correct restoration. All equipped with separate electrical service, copper plumbing, new gas, water, and sewer services. Along with the historic barn on the rear of the property is an additional 1 1/2 car garage. The property has been completely updated with city services with both copper water supply and sewer lines. The entire property has new plumbing with high efficiency on-demand water heaters, electrical updated to state and city building codes, gas supplies, all new mechanicals with hvac mechanicals and ductwork. All new roofing on all buildings. This property offers substantial space both inside and out. With its extensive restoration, generous bedroom count, coach house, rear garage, and flexible layout, this home presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-occupant, multigenerational household, or investor looking to maximize the property's rental potential. The property is currently in the final restoration phase with options available to the new owner. It has the option of an additional adu in the basement area built to suit your desires.

Property Specifics

Single Family
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Farmhouse
1890
2026
Finished, Exterior Entry, Full
Frame
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—
No
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Cook
—
— / Not Applicable
None
Lake Michigan, Public
Public Sewer
Central Air
Sep Heating Systems - 2+
No
12738238
10124250100000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Orrington Elementary School
65 —
Middle School
Haven Middle School
65 Not in DB
High School
Evanston Twp High School
202 Not in DB

Some photos of this home have been virtually staged.


Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 9
Bedrooms Above Ground: 6
Bedrooms Below Ground: 3
Master Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 13X8
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 18X9
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 18X9
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Carpet
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 11X10
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Carpet
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 4
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink, No Tub
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Dining Room Info:
Dimensions: COMBO
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Kitchen Info:
Dimensions: 13X15
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Features: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island
Laundry Room Info:
Dimensions: 13X4
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Living Room Info:
Dimensions: 13X22
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: Utility Room-1st Floor, Foyer, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 9
Basement: Finished, Exterior Entry, Full
First Additional Room Info:
Name: Utility Room-1st Floor
Dimensions: 3X5
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Second Additional Room Info:
Name: Foyer
Dimensions: 7X3
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Third Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 5
Dimensions: 8X9
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Fourth Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 6
Dimensions: 10X9
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Fifth Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 7
Dimensions: 10X11
Location: Basement
Floor Type: —
Sixth Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 8
Dimensions: 10X13
Location: Basement
Floor Type: —
Seventh Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 9
Dimensions: 10X10
Location: Basement
Floor Type: —

Other Specifics

1.5
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Off Alley, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Main Level, In Unit, Multiple Locations
Hardwood, Carpet
Patio
Fenced
Guest House, Garage(s)
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Corner Lot, Landscaped
50 X 140
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None
1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Open Floorplan
Double Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Oven, Gas Cooktop
Not in DB
Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
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